How you can avoid Alzheimer’s

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Cut your risk by 53% – or more You can reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s by 53%, according to new research from Harvard University. And by adding just three more common nutrients to their dietary recommendations – you can cut the risk even further. You’ve probably read that ageing is a risk factor for Alzheimer’s … Read more

Is drinking wine good for your health?

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Moderate – note MODERATE! – wine consumption does appear to have health benefits – especially red wine. Red, white or pink? That’s because red wine is fermented together with the skin of the grapes, and grape skin contains beneficial compounds called flavonoids. Because its fermentation process includes these grape skins, red wine contains 10 times … Read more

Probiotics may help reduce child obesity

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Research shows antibiotics may be the trigger One in five of UK school age children is actually obese – a significant risk factor for long term health. But new research suggests it may not just be for the obvious reasons – too much food and too little exercise. An unexpected trigger may be antibiotics. We … Read more

What’s the environmental impact of your diet?

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The best and worst ways to get the protein you need Improving your own health and improving the health of our planet are entirely compatible. But you do need to know: Which foods – and especially meats – have the highest adverse environmental impact How to choose sustainable fish products How to ensure you are … Read more

How to choose a probiotic that really works

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Why an effective probiotic MUST include multiple strains A good probiotic supplement will help create a healthy balance of bacteria in your gut. It increases the ratio of good to ‘bad’ bacteria in what’s called your microbiome. This can improve your health in many ways, including improving digestion, stronger immune response, addressing issues like yeast … Read more